BSc program, Geological Exploration Faculty

Course Unit Title Engineering Geodesy

Course Unit Code VSS-B13
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Level of Course Unit 1st year BSc program
National Credits 0
Number of ECTS Credits Allocated 5
Theoretical (hour/week) 2
Practice (hour/week) 1
Laboratory (hour/week) -
Year of Study 1st
Semester when the course unit is delivered I
Course Coordinator Gulam Babayev
Name of Lecturer (s) Gulam Babayev
Name of Assistant (s) Maleyka Aghayeva
Mode of Delivery Face to Face, Lecture.
Language of Instruction English
Prerequisites -
Recommended Optional Program Geodesy
Components
Course description:
The course consists of two parts: classical geodesy and modern geodesy. The subjects
discussed in the classical geodesy concern the history of geodesy, the figure of the Earth and
gravity, reference ellipsoid, coordinate systems and heights, basics of geodetic measurements,
units of measurement, uncertainty in measurement, levels and levelling, height systems, the
geoid, theodolites and total stations, angle measurements, distance measurement using
electromagnetic radiation and ray propagation in the atmosphere, geodetic networks,
measurement classes, base technique and mapping, area and volume calculations. Regarding
modern geodesy, development of the geodesy from the viewpoint of contemporary approach,
two-dimensional geodesy on the Earth’s surface switching to three-dimensional geodesy, three-
dimensional positioning methods based on electromagnetism, space and satellite geodesy will be
discussed during semester.
Objectives of the Course:
During orientation you can expect to:
The course target and purpose of this course is to learn below-mentioned points in English:
1) History of geodesy.
2) The figure of the Earth and gravity.
3) Basics of geodetic measurements.
4) Theodolites and total stations.
5) Base technique and mapping measurements.
6) Distance measurement using electromagnetic radiation, geodetic networks.
7) Two-dimensional geodesy and three-dimensional geodesy. Principles, technique. Advantages
and disadvantages.
8) Space and satellite geodesy and three-dimensional positioning methods based on
electromagnetism.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the student should be able to Assessment
1 Play concept, source rocks, maturation, migration, reservoirs, traps, and 3, 5
seals. Outline of exploration and production techniques in the petroleum
industry.
2 Be independent, have systematically based knowledge of the subject and 1, 3, 5
Geology Engineering disciplines, together with physical and analytical
understanding of the hydrocarbon fields development.
3 Function effectively as a team member and/or leader in multidisciplinary 4, 5
and multicultural environments.
4 Recognize the societal and global context of their work and to understand 1, 4
professional and ethical responsibilities.
5 Pursue lifelong learning through such activities as graduate school, 3, 5
distance education, professional training and membership in professional
societies and to be able to adapt to new engineering tools
Assessment Methods: 1. Final Exam, 2. Mid-term, 3. Project/Report, 4. Presentation, 5.
Seminary

Course’s Contribution to Program

Abilities: CL
1 to understand and apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering 4
2 to develop engineering skills, analyze a task, identify the appropriate solution 4
3 to build upon some of the fundamental geology developed earlier and apply
3
this knowledge in an understanding of petroleum geology and geophysics.
4 to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within
4
realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social aspects
5 to emphasize on physical insight of Earth as a multicomponent system 5
6 to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for
5
engineering practice
7 to create an understanding of professional, ethical, legal, secure, social issues
4
and responsibilities that apply to geological and geophysical engineering
8 to work productively in a multidisciplinary team, in particular to carry out
3
projects involving geology, geophysical and production data.
9 to communicate in English on advance level. 3
10 to recognize the need for, and to engage in life-long learning 3
CL: Contribution Level (1: Very Low, 2: Low, 3: Moderate, 4: High, 5: Very High)
Course Contents
Week Topics Exam
1 Introduction. General understanding. Early conceptions. 4
2 Newton’s laws and figure of the Earth. Geoid. 4
3 Gravitational Law. The mathematical figure of the Earth. 6
4 Plane geodesy in gravity. Geo-reference system in geodesy 4
5 Topographic surveying and planning |Reference surfaces.
6
Topographic surveying
6 Equipment in geodesy. Main principles and technique 4
Mid Term Exam

7 Units of measurement and prefixes. Non-SI units of

4
measurement
8 Measurement error. Main approaches. Geodetic observables.
2
Angles, directions
9 Measurement distance\ Geodetic observables. Angle
4
measurement technique. Distance measurement.
10 Anomalies. Correction (reduction). Bouguer anomaly\
2
Calculation of Bouguer anomalies
11 Plane coordinates. Map projections 6
Final exam
Recommended Sources
TEXTBOOK(S)
1. Silvio A. Bedini. Along Came a Spider – Spinning Silk For Cross-Hairs. The
American Surveyor, March/April, May 2005.
2. Hofmann-Wellenhof B., Lichtenegger H., and Collins J. GPS Theory and Practice.
Springer-Verlag, Vienna, fifth corrected edition, 2001. , 249.
3. Patrap Misra and Per Enge. Global Positioning System – Signals, Measurements, and
Performance. Ganga-Jamuna Press, 2001. ISBN 0-9709544-0-9. 253.
4. Reiner Rummel and Fernando Sansò, editors. Satellite Altimetry in Geodesy and
Oceanography, Lecture Notes in Earth Sciences, 1993. Springer-Verlag. 443.
5. Martin Vermeer. Geodesy. June 7, 2018,497.
6. Эминов Р.А.Геодезия. Учебник для высших школ, Университетов и Академий.
Баку, ТПП»Тахсил», 2012,466 стр.
Assessment
Attendance 0% More than 25% class attendance results in NA grade
Mid-term exam 30%
Seminary/training 0%
Presentation 20%
Final Exam 50% Oral exam
Total 100%
Assessment Criteria
Final grades are determined according to Azerbaijan Oil and Industry University Academic
Regulations for Undergraduate Studies
Course Policies
 Attendance to the course is mandatory.
 Late assignments will not be accepted unless an agreement is reached with the lecturer.
 Students may use calculators during the exam.
 Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated. Cheating will be penalized according to
Azerbaijan Oil and Industry University University General Student Discipline
Regulations
ECTS allocated based on Student Workload
Duration Total
Activities Number
(hour) Workload(hour)
Course duration in class (including Exam weeks) 11 3 45
Lectures 11 2 30
Labs and Tutorials - 1 15
Assignment - - -
Project/Presentation/Report 5 2 10
Midterm Examination 1 3 3
Preparation for Final Exam 15 2 30
Final Examination 14 1 14
Self-Study 24 2 48
Total Workload 150
Total Workload/30(h) 5.0
ECTS Credit of the Course 5